Baker Group Recognized as a Top Workplace in Iowa for the Eighth Consecutive Year

September 23, 2024

For the eighth consecutive year, Baker Group, an MCAA member, has been named a winner of the State of Iowa Top Workplaces award. This recognition underscores Baker Group’s commitment to fostering a positive workplace culture. The Iowa Top Workplaces list is published by the Des Moines Register based solely on employee feedback measuring multiple culture drivers that are critical to the success of any organization. MCAA congratulates the entire Baker Group team creating this culture for success.

“At Baker Group, we invest in the well-being and growth of our employees, knowing that they are the heart of our success,” said Gary Bridgewater, Baker Group CEO. “This recognition is a testament to the incredible team and their dedication to our clients, our colleagues, and our work and to be acknowledged as a top workplace for the eighth year is an honor.”

Baker Group continues to expand its footprint in the Midwest and remains dedicated to delivering high-quality service while nurturing a workplace culture that promotes collaboration, innovation, and career development. 

Iowa Top Workplaces is a part of the Top Workplaces recognition program, the nation’s most credible employer recognition program. The annual survey is administered by Energage LLC., a leading research firm that specializes in organizational health and workplace improvement. The anonymous survey uniquely measures a series of culture drivers, including alignment, execution, connection, and more.

About the Baker Group

Founded in 1963, Baker Group is one of the Midwest’s premier commercial and industrial full-service specialty contractors. Baker Group provides commercial and industrial services to clients from locations in Ankeny, Des Moines, Davenport, Cedar Rapids and Kansas City. More than 1,100 team members across these locations deliver a variety of services including: mechanical, plumbing, piping, electrical, sheet metal, building automation, process automation, security systems, fire alarm systems, parking revenue control, 24/7/365 service, and more. For more information about Baker Group, visit www.thebakergroup.com or connect with them on Facebook and LinkedIn.

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